Nearby

La ferme de Gratte-Semelle

Atelier de Lutherie- réparation et vente

Théâtre municipal de Tarascon

Miel Barbesier

Where to stay

Holiday rental

Le Saint Pons

Graveson

The Gîte 'Saint-Pons' is situated half-way between Avignon and Arles, in the country, very well fit-out, adjoining the owners' provencal house, with private courtyard of 200 sq.m. You can relax on the terrace in the shade of the hackberry and access to a the shared enclosed swiming-pool (11m x…

La Bergerette

Saint Etienne du Grès

Gite shaded by two beautiful planes, in a century-old farmhouse in the countryside, on an area of 9 hectares. Nearby, hiking opportunities in the Alpilles. Near the Baux de Provence, Avignon and Fontvieille. Possibility to rent bikes and quads by a professional nearby. 1st floor: kitchen / living…

La Bastide de Boulbon

Boulbon

At the foot of the Montagnette, in the heart of the picturesque Provençal village of Boulbon, between Avignon, Les Baux, Saint Rémy de Provence, Pont du Gard, Arles ... just 5 km from the Frigolet Abbey, a renovated 1850's mansion converted into a charming hotel with modern comfortable rooms…

La Vigueirado

Saint Etienne du Grès

On a property nestled in the Alpilles Regional Natural Park which boasts a peaceful environment and a large, lush garden. Fridge and washing facilities in each room. 1 single bed in a mezzanine alcove. Secured swimming pool (8x4 m) from 15/05 to 15/10 and from 9 to 9 pm. Parking on the enclosed…

Things to do

Craftsman

La Ciergerie de l'Abbaye des Prémontrés

Tarascon

In their Tarascon workshop, the Candle-Makers of the Abbey of the Prémontrés continue to use the skills of the White Fathers of the Prémontrés of Saint Michel de Frigolet Abbey.
You can discover two production techniques dating back to the 15th century and passed down by the master…

Les Amphores

Tarascon

Rue du Château

Tarascon

Located close to the mediaeval fortress of King René, the Rue des Halles, near the Jewish quarter and the Hôtel de Ville, contains some superb 16th and 17th century buildings. Take the time to stroll along this magnificent mediaeval street which is still just as charming as ever!

Tailleur de pierre - Dominique Leuck

Tarascon

Théâtre municipal de Tarascon

Tarascon

One of the most remarkable Italian-style theatres in the Provence Alpes Cote d’Azur region, classified as a Historic Monument.
In a Royal Order of 10 August 1825, Charles X approved the Municipal Council's decision to acquire land and a church formerly belonging to the Dominicans (15th…

Domaine du Grand Servan

Tarascon

15,000 olive groves are being grown around an 18th century Provençal bastide in order to produce first cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil using the traditional method.
In accordance with the pure Provençal tradition, the olives are simply crushed using a millstone to produce a sweet, fruity…

Place Alexandrine Bremond

Tarascon

In memory of its poetess, the town of Tarascon erected a statue in her honour and named one of its squares after her.
Elisabeth 'Alexandrine' Brémond (29 October 1858, Tarascon - 22 June 1898), better known by the name of Brémonde de Tarascon, was a Félibran poetess. The recurrent themes of…

Abbaye Saint Michel de Frigolet

Tarascon

Saint Michel de Frigolet Abbey (12th-14th century), in the heart of the unspoilt landscape of La Montagnette, takes its name from the many thyme bushes ('ferigoulo' in Provençal) that dot the hills.
In 1133, a community of St Augustine canons settled in Frigolet; the current heart of the…

Where to eat

Food guide restaurant

Les Echevins

Tarascon

Master restaurateur Christian Chay takes pride in perpetuating a family tradition dating back to 1945. His lovingly-prepared cuisine is also a tribute to regional culinary customs, although the sun-packed flavours have evolved with the times. The dishes here provide an explosion of Provencal…

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